On March 23rd, the City suspended all interest and late fees on delinquent payments for water and sewer services provided by the City. Residents will not be charged late fees or interest on missed payments until 6 months after the City’s Declaration of Emergency has been rescinded.

This page is a list of resources for people experiencing financial hardship during the COVID-19 outbreak:

• Pierce County, in partnership with Child Care Resources, is offering financial assistance for child care. Apply by calling or texting the Child Care Aware of Washington Family Center at 1-800-446-1114 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. View the program flyer.
• Peninsula School District’s Meal Distribution
• Pierce Transit is offering free rides to essential workers who can’t get to work due to reduced transit service.
• Tacoma Public Utilities Emergency Assistance Program—$250 utility credit for eligible single-family households.
• Pierce County’s Energy Assistance Program.
• Puget Sound Energy’s COVID-19 response.
• Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is implementing a Disaster Cash Assistance Program for qualified residents. 
• Washington State Employment Security Department—Programs designed to help individuals and employers affected by COVID-19. Check here for questions about unemployment insurance benefits.
• Washington State Department of Labor and Industries—Information and guidance on the state’s paid sick leave laws related to COVID-19.
• COVID-19 Worker Assistance & Recently Unemployed Resource Guide from Rep. Derek Kilmer
• Connect with local farmers at www.piercecountyfresh.org

Resources for Senior Citizens:

The Greater Gig Harbor Foundation’s Senior Center is operating several programs to support senior citizens including: 

• Silver Support Shopper Service: Click here to access a fillable shopping list. Email completed lists to: tgillespie@gigharborfoundation.org OR call 253.514.6338
• Shelter-in-Place Meals Program: Friday meal delivery to your doorstep, free of charge thanks to local sponsors! Contact us for weekly menu offerings. See our flyer for more information.
• Online Technology Tutorials
• Buddy Connections: For those wanting to reduce isolation and make a new friend. Contact Heidi for more information!\
• Fitness and Activity Programs
  • Y360
    • Rise & Shine
    • Resistance Tube
    • Tai Chi
    • Yoga
    • Chair Fitness
  • Online Games
    • Bridge
    • MahJong
• Online Art Classes